Trainings & Workshops

you can make a difference

We believe that everyone has a role to play in the movement to end modern slavery.
We want to equip your group with the tools, knowledge, and practical strategies to intervene in modern slavery in your neighborhood.

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Meet our speakers

Annie, LCSW

Co-Founder

Director of Expansion

Clinical Therapist: Foster Kairos

Annie is a licensed clinical social worker (license # 149.015231) with a Masters degree from Jane Addams School of Social Work at University of Illinois in Chicago. As Co-Founder, Annie developed the original curriculum for the adult therapeutic program.

With a wealth of clinical experience, Annie provides education and training about human trafficking to a variety of audiences, including but not limited to: health departments, medical personnel, social workers, victim advocates, educators, students, churches, college universities, business owners, law enforcement and other community organizations working with vulnerable populations. Annie also sits on the Illinois State-Wide Task Force for human trafficking.

Meghan, LCSW

Founder: Foster Kairos
Clinical Director: Eden's Glory and Foster Kairos

Meghan brings a wealth of clinical experience and practice to her trainings. She holds a Bachelors degree in Sociology from Samford University and her Masters in Social Work with a Marriage and Family Therapy Certification from the University of Georgia. As the lead program developer for Foster Kairos, she has a unique ability to connect with kids and their caretakers while discussing the realities of trafficking and how to create safety at an age appropriate level.

rev. wendy, M. Ed.

Prevention and Caregiver Coach: Foster Kairos

Spiritual Director: Eden's Glory

Wendy is an ordained minister and spiritual director who became aware of human trafficking in 2010. Her education includes an M.A. in Education and M.A. in History. As a college instructor, Wendy created and led an anti-trafficking movement in her school where she trained students and staff to recognize the signs of trafficking, created and hosted Freedom Days, and helped raise awareness in the community through events. She has volunteered with Eden’s Glory for the last several years and enjoys walking with others as we encounter Jesus together. Wendy loves her husband and family deeply, enjoys traveling, and cherishes open spaces to meet with God and enjoy His Presence.

lorna

Director of Development & Marketing

Lorna is the go-to for telling the story of Eden's Glory because she's been there from Day 1. She can be found on podcasts, radio stations, at regional Chamber of Commerce meetings, and on the local news, sharing the impact of fortifying survivors and educating communities to end human trafficking.

Lorna has over 15 years of experience in marketing communications and graphic design, plus more than a decade in nonprofit leadership. She is passionate about using storytelling, design, and relationship-building to connect others to our mission of freedom and restoration. Lorna holds a degree in Communications from Webster University.

training and workshop options

We offer 1 hour long sessions, half-day trainings and full-day trainings.

Any training can be customized to meet the needs and goals of your group.

Costs: Mileage and travel costs must be covered, as well as a stipend to compensate for these services: $100/hour for non-profits, $300/hour for service providers.

One free session is offered per year for pledged donors and % for Freedom partners.

For questions or more information contact us at: office@edensglory.org

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